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Government stories - Page 5

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Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis Joins Semperis Advisory Board
Wed, 20th Sep 2023
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public sector
Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis joins Semperis' advisory board to enhance identity threat detection and response in the public sector.
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TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety
Wed, 13th Sep 2023
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government
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The Tech Users Association has called on whoever makes up the next Government to commit to continuing to take the lead on improving security and safety online.
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AI Taskforce gathers momentum to advise UK government
Fri, 8th Sep 2023
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zoho
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Leading names from industry and national security are set to advise the UK government on the risks and opportunities from artificial intelligence.
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Decline in Australia, NZ PC markets in second quarter of 2023
Thu, 7th Sep 2023
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edutech
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chrome
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Australia and New Zealand's traditional PC market sees YoY decline in 2Q23, with Australia down 5.1% and New Zealand down 10.3%, according to IDC.
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AutogenAI shakes up Australian Government procurement with AI bid writing
Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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ai
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government
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contracts
UK's fastest-growing AI firm, AutogenAI, has launched in Australia, revolutionizing government contract bidding.
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Australian Govt urged to adopt green technology practices
Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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cloud services
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government
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australian information industry association
The tech sector is urging the Albanese Government to adopt recommendations to galvanise the role technology is playing in reducing Australia's carbon emissions.
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TUANZ calls on next Govt to ensure users are at centre of AI
Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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ai
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government
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elections
TUANZ calls on next Government to prioritize users in AI development, warning of risks such as biased algorithms and eroding trust in technology.
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New Zealand takes major step in cybersecurity with integrated agency formation
Thu, 31st Aug 2023
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government
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ncsc
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cert
New Zealand's CERT NZ and NCSC have joined forces to create a lead operational cyber security agency, similar to those in Australia, the UK, and Canada.
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IGEL appoints James Millington as VP of Product & Vertical Marketing
Thu, 31st Aug 2023
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digital workspaces
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financial services
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government
IGEL appoints James Millington as VP of Product & Vertical Marketing, driving industry-focused strategies across healthcare, government, FinServ, and retail.
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Governments and citizens want simple, smooth, and secure interactions
Fri, 25th Aug 2023
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digital transformation
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biometrics
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Governments still must deliver the services and the credentials that citizens require, offering both digital and physical options.
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Fortinet to offer free cybersecurity awareness training
Fri, 25th Aug 2023
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edutech
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firewall
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breach prevention
Fortinet is expanding its existing free training offerings as part of the company's commitment to train one million people in cybersecurity by 2026.
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New Zealand's AI Landscape: A Fusion of Innovation, Ethics, and Culture
Sun, 20th Aug 2023
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nz
New Zealand's approach to AI combines innovation, ethics, and cultural heritage, setting a global example for inclusive technology.
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Calls for next Govt to commit to connectivity as core utility
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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network infrastructure
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government
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internet
The challenges presented by the weather events of early 2023 have shed light on the need for resilient connectivity, especially in rural communities.
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Oracle selected to secure top secret government information
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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soc
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security analytics
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oracle
Oracle has announced the U.S. Intelligence Community has authorised OCI to host Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information missions.
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ReadyTech Bolsters Executive Team with appointment of Lauren Ma
Wed, 9th Aug 2023
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disruption
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ReadyTech appoints Lauren Ma as CEO for Workforce Solutions, reinforcing their position as a market leader in HR technology. #technews.
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Governments and public services facing 40% more cyberattacks
Thu, 3rd Aug 2023
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smartphones
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technology gifts
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cybersecurity
BlackBerry's latest report reveals a 40% surge in cyberattacks on government agencies and public services, with over 55,000 halted between March and May 2023.
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Databricks appoints Adam Beavis as ANZ VP & Country Manager
Wed, 2nd Aug 2023
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market
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utilities
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government
Databricks appoints Adam Beavis as VP for ANZ, driving growth and data lakehouse adoption in key APAC market. #Databricks #ANZgrowth.
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Govt launches £50m fund to turbocharge UK as tech superpower
Fri, 28th Jul 2023
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research
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emerging technology
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government
The UK Government has launched the Research Ventures Catalyst fund, injecting £50 million to bolster cutting-edge research in tech and science.
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SAP's sovereign cloud capabilities available in ANZ
Tue, 25th Jul 2023
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sap
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investing
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government
SAP has announced the general availability of its sovereign cloud capabilities in Australia and New Zealand, investing in up to 70 new specialist roles.
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Australians more confident in emerging tech for govt services
Thu, 20th Jul 2023
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emerging technology
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mental health
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government
A vast majority of Australians are more confident of using technology to engage with digital citizen services, new research has found.
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Perth to be NEC's base for new digital government Centre of Excellence
Thu, 6th Jul 2023
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monitors
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perth
NEC Australia has selected Perth, Western Australia, to be the home for its new Australian Centre of Excellence in digital government.
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Australia on track to deliver 1.2 million tech workers
Tue, 30th May 2023
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research
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government
A new report from the Tech Council of Australia (TCA) reveals Australia is on course to meet the Government’s goal of 1.2 million tech jobs by 2030.
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Agritech receives $29.9m injection in recent budget
Fri, 26th May 2023
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investment
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agriculture
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government
The recent Government Wellbeing Budget provides much needed support that will drive higher paying jobs and new export revenues in the horticulture sector.
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Chinese cyberespionage group targets U.S. Govt and Defense
Fri, 26th May 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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government
The NSA has issued a cybersecurity advisory highlighting a cluster of activity it attributes to a People's Republic of China state-sponsored threat group.